Alexander Myasnikov, a cardiologist known for his appearances on TV, listed diseases for which it is useful to drink coffee daily.
Dr. Myasnikov said that such a drink as coffee is often attributed to harmful properties that it actually does not have.
“In fact, such a drink is extremely useful, and some people need to drink it,” the specialist noted.
The doctor listed those health problems in which you do not need to give up coffee and, moreover, it is useful to use it on a regular basis.
Unhealthy liver.According to Alexander Myasnikov, coffee must be included in the diet of people who are faced with liver diseases.
“This is a healing drink for the liver, especially those who have hepatitis and other problems, such as fatty degeneration. It prevents the transition from viral hepatitis to cirrhosis, and from cirrhosis to cancer,” he stated.
Sick heart.The doctor spoke about studies conducted that studied the effect of coffee on the condition of people who had a heart attack. It turned out that the tissues of the heart muscle and blood vessels in the hearts who drink coffee are in better shape compared to those who do not drink it at all. This effect of the drink is explained by the action of its polyphenolic compounds, which act as a powerful antioxidant. Dr. Myasnikov added that daily coffee intake is also useful for atrial fibrillation – it helps to reduce the number of its attacks.
Gout.Alexander Myasnikov called outdated the data that drinking coffee is harmful for existing problems with the joints. People with osteoporosis and gout do not need to be afraid of this drink, the latest scientific evidence indicates its positive effect on the condition of the skeleton.
Constipation. The doctor drew attention to the fact that caffeine stimulates intestinal motility and is one of the natural remedies with a laxative effect.
Depression. Dr. Myasnikov noted that coffee helps people with depression maintain their tone.
Doctor Alexander Myasnikov spoke about the benefits of coffee for the liver and heart
What is important.The doctor stressed: the benefits of coffee are determined by its quantity, it is really unsafe to abuse it.
Myasnikov listed diseases in which it is useful to drink coffee
“300-400 mg of caffeine per day is an acceptable norm. These are small cups, not mugs, but dishes with a volume of 120 ml. You can have a maximum of three or four of them a day,” he explained.
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Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Alexander Myasnikov healthy lifestyle general practitioner, cardiologist, chief physician of the City Clinical Hospital No. 71 (Moscow), TV and radio host.